Local Obituaries for  Montgomery County Community

Floyd Luckado

Floyd Luckado

Jan 25, 2024

Floyd Luckado, 91 of Shawsville, passed away January 25, 2024.  He was preceded in death by his son, Terry Luckado.

Floyd is survived by his wife, Sue Luckado; daughter, Trisha Rabas (Mark Rabas); and grandchildren, Brooke Rabas, Bowie Rabas, and Katie Rabas.

Graveside Services will be held on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg, with Rev....

Gayle Chafin Hall

Gayle Chafin Hall

Jan 24, 2024

Gayle Darlene Chafin Hall joined the angels peacefully on Wednesday evening January 24, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.  Born on July 23, 1945 she lived most of her life in Southwestern Virginia near the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.  



Gayle, called Boogie by her father, was ten years younger than her brother Bobby.  She was an avid athlete at Auburn...

Jerry Lee Holdren

Jerry Lee Holdren

Jan 23, 2024

Jerry Lee Holdren, age, 78 of Willis, Virginia passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Smith Holdren, and Agnes Carner Holdren; wife, Lydia Elizabeth Holdren; son, Jerry Lee Holdren, Jr.; daughter, Beverly Lynne Holdren-Harris; and brother, Geroge S. “Butch” Holdren, Jr.

He is survived by his sister, Beverly Quinn; son, Brian Holdren;...

Sylvia Ann Seavey

Sylvia Ann Seavey

Jan 23, 2024

Sylvia Seavey, 72 of Christiansburg, VA passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at LewisGale Medical Center in Salem.  Sylvia was a daughter of the late Edward E. Nuckols, Sr. and Hollie Mae Lucas Nuckols.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Daniel L. Seavey; daughter, Jennifer M. Collins; and brother, Edward E. Nuckols, Jr.

Sylvia was a graduate of...

Donald T. Gillenwater

Donald T. Gillenwater

Jan 19, 2024

Donald Thomas Gillenwater, 89, of Radford passed away on January 19, 2024. Don worked most of his career at the VDOT in Christiansburg.  He and his wife were members at the Alleghany Church of Christ. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bill Gillenwater and Iva Thompson Gillenwater Baker; son, Shannon Gillenwater; brothers, Jim, Nelson and Sydney Gillenwater; and...

Roger Dale Deweese, Sr.

Roger Dale Deweese, Sr.

Jan 18, 2024

Roger Dale Deweese, Sr, 74, of Elliston, VA, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Layman and Mavis Collins Deweese; a wife, Margaret Deweese; and brothers, Mike and Wayne Deweese.

He is survived by his wife, Sheryl Deweese; his children, Alisa Deweese, Roger (Susan) Deweese, Jr, Chris (Debbie) Deweese, Robbie (Becky) Yopp,...

Rev. Earnest Clyde Fulcher

Rev. Earnest Clyde Fulcher

Jan 17, 2024

Rev. Earnest Clyde Fulcher

The Reverend Earnest Clyde Fulcher entered peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday evening, January 17, 2024, at the age of 97 years.

He enrolled in the US Navy on September 1, 1942, and served in the Mediterranean Arena in North Africa, Italy, and participated in Operation Overlord on D-Day. He received...

Joanne Price Reed

Joanne Price Reed

Jan 16, 2024

 

Joanne Price Reed, 73, of Prices Fork, VA, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. She was preceded in death by her son James Wayne “Jamie” Reed. She is survived by her daughter, Veronica Shephard; grandchildren, Ashley Cridlin (Jacob), Kacie Shephard, Miranda Reed, and Jessica Reed; and, two great grandchildren. Her wishes were to be cremated and there will...

David Curtis

David Curtis

Jan 13, 2024

David Curtis, 30 of Radford, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

David is survived by his parents, Robert and Lorraine; as well as aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

David was a kind, tender-hearted person, thoughtful, and a joy to be around.  He had a keen sense of humor and was always willing to lend a hand when needed.

...

Coty Blaine Williams

Coty Blaine Williams

Jan 11, 2024

Coty Blaine Williams, 33, of Belspring, VA passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024. He was born on May 3, 1990. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Daniel Serling Booth and aunt, Laura Booth. He is survived by his fiancée, Jennifer Nunley-Weeks; his son Coty ‘CJ’ Blaine Williams; mother, Melissa Zirbes; brother, Miles Day Williams. Coty was a...

Martin Quiller Goad

Martin Quiller Goad

Jan 7, 2024

Martin Quiller Goad, of Roanoke, formerly of Nitro, WV and Hillsville, VA, passed away January 7, 2024. He was born in Baltimore, MD, to the late Guy Goad and Eleanor Goetz Goad. Martin is survived by his son Bradley Goad (Robert Bugg); grandchild, Deseray Bugg; great-grandchildren, Chelsey Bugg, Cassidy Bugg, Caterina Bugg; brothers, Douglas God (Joan), Kenneth Goad, Joe Goetz...

Charles Patrick King 'Pat'

Charles Patrick King 'Pat'

Jan 7, 2024

Charles Patrick King “Pat”, 66, of Christiansburg passed away on January 7, 2024. He was preceded in death by his, wife, Ann Gnegy King; his father, Charles M. King. He is survived by his mother, Mary McPeak Jennelle; brothers, Michael Lee King, Dennis Clinton King, and Stephen Douglas King; close friend, Renee Graham; furry friend, King; and several nieces and...

Roger L. Dickerson

Roger L. Dickerson

Jan 7, 2024

Roger L. Dickerson of Riner passed away January 7, 2024. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Vietnam War. He retired from the Volvo Truck plant with 30+ years of service. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Hiley and Wave Dickerson. He is survived by his wife, Sandra; brother, Hiley, Jr.; sister, Shirley;...

Doris Pugh Nixon

Doris Pugh Nixon

Jan 6, 2024

Doris Pugh Nixon, 88, of Christiansburg peacefully passed surrounded by loving family on January 6, 2024. Doris was born in Floyd, Virginia on October 7, 1935 to Ottis Pugh Sr. and Ola Sowers Pugh. She is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Henry Wilmon Nixon, her parents; two older brothers, Ted and Randall Pugh; and brother and...

Judy Ann MacBrair

Judy Ann MacBrair

Jan 5, 2024

Judy, age 75, of Pilot, Virginia passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, January 5th, 2024. Judy was a devoted daughter, wonderful mother, grandmother, and the best great grandmother (Shu Shu). Judy received her master’s degree at Virginia Tech and was close to receiving her doctorate before dropping out to raise her granddaughter, Renee. Judy was the most fiercely...

Marlene Young

Marlene Young

Jan 4, 2024

Marlene Elizabeth Young was born on January 25th, 1960 in Montgomery County, Virginia her parents were Ruth Elizabeth Crisp a native of Christiansburg, Virginia and James Donald Crisp of Pulaski, Virginia. She watched her parents along with her grandparents S.B. Morgan and Lucy Elizabeth Morgan run their famous Taxi cab service and restaurant that was located on Depot Street in...

Cynthia 'Cindy' A. Parker

Cynthia 'Cindy' A. Parker

Jan 4, 2024

Cynthia “Cindy” A. Parker, 59 of Christiansburg passed away January 4, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Betty Jennings, brothers, Brad Wheeler and David Jennings, twin sister, Susan, and nephew, Jason Thacker. Cindy is survived by her daughter, Jessica L. Taylor with Ethan Frederick, Dawn Parker and J.P. Parker; grandchildren, Elyjah and Willow Parker; sister,...

Nancy Hoover

Nancy Hoover

Jan 4, 2024

Nancy Hoover, 60 of Blacksburg, passed away January 4, 2024. She was preceded in death by her mother, MayAnne Markey. Nancy is survived by her sons, Marshall Hoover and Morgan Hoover; and her beloved dog, Peaches. She was an artist who enjoyed painting, woodworking, and glass blowing, as well as an avid gardener. Nancy traveled all of her life. Per...

Nell Frances Doss

Nell Frances Doss

Jan 1, 2024

Nell Frances Doss, 74, born on February 16, 1949, was received into heaven (during her sleep) on January 1, 2024, at the Spring Oak Senior Living Home in Christiansburg. Nell moved to Christiansburg after receiving her degrees in higher education from Bluefield College, VA, and graduating with her Bachelor of Science at Radford University, followed by her Master’s Degree in...

Shelia Anne Bond

Shelia Anne Bond

Jan 1, 2024

Shelia Anne Ballard Bond, age 64, of Christiansburg, VA went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 1, 2024. She was born on February 11, 1959 to the late L.G. Snider, Jr. and Lois French Snider. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by two husbands, Tommy Bond and John Ballard, a stillborn brother, and a sister,...

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Montgomery County Community

Floyd Luckado

Floyd Luckado

Jan 25, 2024

Floyd Luckado, 91 of Shawsville, passed away January 25, 2024.  He was preceded in death by his son, Terry Luckado.

Floyd is survived by his wife, Sue Luckado; daughter, Trisha Rabas (Mark Rabas); and grandchildren, Brooke Rabas, Bowie Rabas, and Katie Rabas.

Graveside Services will be held on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg, with Rev....

Gayle Chafin Hall

Gayle Chafin Hall

Jan 24, 2024

Gayle Darlene Chafin Hall joined the angels peacefully on Wednesday evening January 24, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.  Born on July 23, 1945 she lived most of her life in Southwestern Virginia near the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.  



Gayle, called Boogie by her father, was ten years younger than her brother Bobby.  She was an avid athlete at Auburn...

Jerry Lee Holdren

Jerry Lee Holdren

Jan 23, 2024

Jerry Lee Holdren, age, 78 of Willis, Virginia passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Smith Holdren, and Agnes Carner Holdren; wife, Lydia Elizabeth Holdren; son, Jerry Lee Holdren, Jr.; daughter, Beverly Lynne Holdren-Harris; and brother, Geroge S. “Butch” Holdren, Jr.

He is survived by his sister, Beverly Quinn; son, Brian Holdren;...

Sylvia Ann Seavey

Sylvia Ann Seavey

Jan 23, 2024

Sylvia Seavey, 72 of Christiansburg, VA passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at LewisGale Medical Center in Salem.  Sylvia was a daughter of the late Edward E. Nuckols, Sr. and Hollie Mae Lucas Nuckols.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Daniel L. Seavey; daughter, Jennifer M. Collins; and brother, Edward E. Nuckols, Jr.

Sylvia was a graduate of...

Donald T. Gillenwater

Donald T. Gillenwater

Jan 19, 2024

Donald Thomas Gillenwater, 89, of Radford passed away on January 19, 2024. Don worked most of his career at the VDOT in Christiansburg.  He and his wife were members at the Alleghany Church of Christ. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bill Gillenwater and Iva Thompson Gillenwater Baker; son, Shannon Gillenwater; brothers, Jim, Nelson and Sydney Gillenwater; and...

Roger Dale Deweese, Sr.

Roger Dale Deweese, Sr.

Jan 18, 2024

Roger Dale Deweese, Sr, 74, of Elliston, VA, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Layman and Mavis Collins Deweese; a wife, Margaret Deweese; and brothers, Mike and Wayne Deweese.

He is survived by his wife, Sheryl Deweese; his children, Alisa Deweese, Roger (Susan) Deweese, Jr, Chris (Debbie) Deweese, Robbie (Becky) Yopp,...

Rev. Earnest Clyde Fulcher

Rev. Earnest Clyde Fulcher

Jan 17, 2024

Rev. Earnest Clyde Fulcher

The Reverend Earnest Clyde Fulcher entered peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday evening, January 17, 2024, at the age of 97 years.

He enrolled in the US Navy on September 1, 1942, and served in the Mediterranean Arena in North Africa, Italy, and participated in Operation Overlord on D-Day. He received...

Joanne Price Reed

Joanne Price Reed

Jan 16, 2024

 

Joanne Price Reed, 73, of Prices Fork, VA, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. She was preceded in death by her son James Wayne “Jamie” Reed. She is survived by her daughter, Veronica Shephard; grandchildren, Ashley Cridlin (Jacob), Kacie Shephard, Miranda Reed, and Jessica Reed; and, two great grandchildren. Her wishes were to be cremated and there will...

David Curtis

David Curtis

Jan 13, 2024

David Curtis, 30 of Radford, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

David is survived by his parents, Robert and Lorraine; as well as aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

David was a kind, tender-hearted person, thoughtful, and a joy to be around.  He had a keen sense of humor and was always willing to lend a hand when needed.

...

Coty Blaine Williams

Coty Blaine Williams

Jan 11, 2024

Coty Blaine Williams, 33, of Belspring, VA passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024. He was born on May 3, 1990. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Daniel Serling Booth and aunt, Laura Booth. He is survived by his fiancée, Jennifer Nunley-Weeks; his son Coty ‘CJ’ Blaine Williams; mother, Melissa Zirbes; brother, Miles Day Williams. Coty was a...

Martin Quiller Goad

Martin Quiller Goad

Jan 7, 2024

Martin Quiller Goad, of Roanoke, formerly of Nitro, WV and Hillsville, VA, passed away January 7, 2024. He was born in Baltimore, MD, to the late Guy Goad and Eleanor Goetz Goad. Martin is survived by his son Bradley Goad (Robert Bugg); grandchild, Deseray Bugg; great-grandchildren, Chelsey Bugg, Cassidy Bugg, Caterina Bugg; brothers, Douglas God (Joan), Kenneth Goad, Joe Goetz...

Charles Patrick King 'Pat'

Charles Patrick King 'Pat'

Jan 7, 2024

Charles Patrick King “Pat”, 66, of Christiansburg passed away on January 7, 2024. He was preceded in death by his, wife, Ann Gnegy King; his father, Charles M. King. He is survived by his mother, Mary McPeak Jennelle; brothers, Michael Lee King, Dennis Clinton King, and Stephen Douglas King; close friend, Renee Graham; furry friend, King; and several nieces and...

Roger L. Dickerson

Roger L. Dickerson

Jan 7, 2024

Roger L. Dickerson of Riner passed away January 7, 2024. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Vietnam War. He retired from the Volvo Truck plant with 30+ years of service. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Hiley and Wave Dickerson. He is survived by his wife, Sandra; brother, Hiley, Jr.; sister, Shirley;...

Doris Pugh Nixon

Doris Pugh Nixon

Jan 6, 2024

Doris Pugh Nixon, 88, of Christiansburg peacefully passed surrounded by loving family on January 6, 2024. Doris was born in Floyd, Virginia on October 7, 1935 to Ottis Pugh Sr. and Ola Sowers Pugh. She is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Henry Wilmon Nixon, her parents; two older brothers, Ted and Randall Pugh; and brother and...

Judy Ann MacBrair

Judy Ann MacBrair

Jan 5, 2024

Judy, age 75, of Pilot, Virginia passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, January 5th, 2024. Judy was a devoted daughter, wonderful mother, grandmother, and the best great grandmother (Shu Shu). Judy received her master’s degree at Virginia Tech and was close to receiving her doctorate before dropping out to raise her granddaughter, Renee. Judy was the most fiercely...

Marlene Young

Marlene Young

Jan 4, 2024

Marlene Elizabeth Young was born on January 25th, 1960 in Montgomery County, Virginia her parents were Ruth Elizabeth Crisp a native of Christiansburg, Virginia and James Donald Crisp of Pulaski, Virginia. She watched her parents along with her grandparents S.B. Morgan and Lucy Elizabeth Morgan run their famous Taxi cab service and restaurant that was located on Depot Street in...

Cynthia 'Cindy' A. Parker

Cynthia 'Cindy' A. Parker

Jan 4, 2024

Cynthia “Cindy” A. Parker, 59 of Christiansburg passed away January 4, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Betty Jennings, brothers, Brad Wheeler and David Jennings, twin sister, Susan, and nephew, Jason Thacker. Cindy is survived by her daughter, Jessica L. Taylor with Ethan Frederick, Dawn Parker and J.P. Parker; grandchildren, Elyjah and Willow Parker; sister,...

Nancy Hoover

Nancy Hoover

Jan 4, 2024

Nancy Hoover, 60 of Blacksburg, passed away January 4, 2024. She was preceded in death by her mother, MayAnne Markey. Nancy is survived by her sons, Marshall Hoover and Morgan Hoover; and her beloved dog, Peaches. She was an artist who enjoyed painting, woodworking, and glass blowing, as well as an avid gardener. Nancy traveled all of her life. Per...

Nell Frances Doss

Nell Frances Doss

Jan 1, 2024

Nell Frances Doss, 74, born on February 16, 1949, was received into heaven (during her sleep) on January 1, 2024, at the Spring Oak Senior Living Home in Christiansburg. Nell moved to Christiansburg after receiving her degrees in higher education from Bluefield College, VA, and graduating with her Bachelor of Science at Radford University, followed by her Master’s Degree in...

Shelia Anne Bond

Shelia Anne Bond

Jan 1, 2024

Shelia Anne Ballard Bond, age 64, of Christiansburg, VA went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 1, 2024. She was born on February 11, 1959 to the late L.G. Snider, Jr. and Lois French Snider. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by two husbands, Tommy Bond and John Ballard, a stillborn brother, and a sister,...

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